National Careers Week | Graduate Visa Requirements and Tips for Employers
National Careers Week is a celebration of careers guidance and free resources in education across the UK. The aim is to provide a focus for…
Immigration
Major changes ahead for UK businesses recruiting international talent
In the post-Brexit, post-COVID labour market, the Skilled Worker visa is an essential tool for businesses to meet recruitment challenges…
Immigration law updates - What to expect in 2024
Immigration law is always a dynamic and fast-changing area, but practitioners, individuals and businesses alike have been surprised by the…
“I wish someone had told me” – The importance of seeking legal advice before making an immigration application
When embarking on making a UK visa application, you may wonder whether it is worth seeking immigration advice. The application process can…
Right to Work changes under the spotlight at Thorntons webinar
Full-service law firm Thorntons is hosting a free webinar about the UK’s Right to Work regulations amid soaring penalties for businesses…
Be careful not to break the ‘right to work’ rules
Recruiting the right employees is crucial for the success of any business. In the UK, employers are responsible for ensuring members of…
Good news for holders of EU pre-settled status
Holders of EU Settlement Scheme pre-settled status will benefit from automatic extensions from 1 September.
If you hold pre-settled or…
Can sponsorship of international staff help tackle the shortage of dentists and dental practitioners in the UK?
The British Dental Association (BDA) reports that, “Two thirds (65%) say their practices have unfilled vacancies for dentists. 82% of those…
How the plans for a hike in visa application and health surcharge fees will affect British citizens and UK businesses: 3 case studies
On 13 July 2023, the UK Government announced a sharp increase in both the Immigration Health Surcharge and visa application fees. The…
International teams urged to check visas before Glasgow world cycling championship
With only four weeks until the UCI Cycling World Championships gets underway in Glasgow, immigration lawyers at leading Scottish law firm…
How the hospitality sector can utilise the UK immigration system to fill job vacancies as the holiday season looms
As the sun begins to shine and the UK holiday season gets under way, one of the biggest challenges for many hospitality businesses…
Hybrid Working: what sponsors need to know following the latest update to Home Office Guidance
On 13 April 2023, the Home Office released an updated version of Part 3 of Workers and Temporary Workers: guidance for sponsors. This part…
Dreaming of a home in the Scottish Highlands? 5 steps to get you there
From Shetland to Argyll, more and more people are choosing to move to the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. The Highlands and Islands of…
Hospitality recruitment challenge: options available in the UK immigration system to help fill job vacancies
As the holiday season gets under way, one of the biggest challenges for many hospitality businesses continues to be getting the operational…
Immigration Law | What to expect in 2023
Immigration law is always a dynamic and fast-changing area, and practitioners, individuals and businesses alike will be looking to our new…
New Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme for international visitors to the UK.
On 9 March 2023, the Home Office announced the introduction of a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme for international…
Buying a Pharmacy: Sponsored workers and business purchases
Buying a pharmacy can be a complex undertaking, even more so when the pharmacy you are buying holds a sponsor licence. A sponsor licence is…
Thorntons strengthens immigration law expertise
Jacqueline Moore, one of Scotland’s leading immigration solicitors, has joined Thorntons employment and immigration team as the full-…
Ballot Opening for the India Young Professionals Scheme visa
The India Young Professionals Scheme visa is an exciting visa that offers Indian citizens between 18 and 30 years old the opportunity to…
Shortage of pharmacists in the United Kingdom
The Pharmacist reports that, “Pharmacists across the UK are at risk of burnout as staffing shortages drive up locum rates, according to…
Immigration law updates - What to expect from 2023
Immigration law is always a dynamic and fast-changing area, and practitioners, individuals and businesses alike will be looking to our new…